Job Stories

A homeowner in Winthrop had been experiencing issues with a wet basement since they first moved into their house. This wasn’t too big of a problem for the homeowner, until they changed the pitch of their roof. After this, somehow even more water began to enter the basement. This is when, after seeing an ad on TV, the homeowner decided to contact TC Hafford. We got to work starting by installing a WaterGuard waterproofing system. This is a pipe that encapsulates the interior perimeter of the basement. It sits slightly under the floor, and captures any water entering through either the walls or the floor. We then connected this WaterGuard system to a SuperSump sump pump. This pump takes the water from the basement and pushed it up and out of the basement. On the outside of the house, we finished this project with an IceGuard piece. This section of pipe allows for water to escape the pipe should ice or other debris block the flow further along. These newly implemented systems working together should keep this homeowner happy, and the basement dry.

A homeowner in Winthrop had a problem with water leaking into his basement through the walls and floor. This was damaging his belongings he was storing in his basement, and he needed a way to stop the water as soon as possible. The homeowner got online and searched for a way to solve this problem, soon finding TC Hafford Basement Systems and choosing us to get the job done. They gave us a call the next day and we had a representative head to the home to look at the basement and give the homeowner a free estimate on the cost of the solution. We got the green light and began work! We started the job by digging up the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This gave us a trench to lay down our WaterGuard pipe system. This is a special pipe made to capture water as it tries to enter the basement through the walls or floor, guiding it then to the sump. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump into the sump in the basement. This is where the WaterGuard is leading the water. Once the water reaches the SuperSump, it is pushed up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. This homeowner now can sleep worry free that his belongings are dry and safe in his basement.

This Winthrop, ME, homeowner wanted to remodel their basement but couldn’t because of water finding its way into their basement and causing issues. The homeowner wanted to fix their problems before springtime, so they booked a free estimate with TC Hafford Basement Systems to get the help they needed. WaterGuard was installed along the perimeter of the basement where water was seeping in to capture it and channel it to the new TripleSafe Sump Pump. The TripleSafe features two Zoeller sumps and a battery-powered backup pump. The battery backup pump protects the homeowner during a rain event when their power goes out. TrenchDrain was installed in high-traffic areas and around appliances, then connected to the WaterGuard. The TripleSafe was connected to an Exterior Buried Discharge line that takes the water away from the home and protects the waterproofing system against ice buildup with the installation of IceGuard. Finally, to keep the humidity in the basement at a safe level and prevent mold and musty odors, a SaniDry Sedona was installed. The homeowner is happy that their basement is protected and they can use their basement however they want without worrying about damage.

A homeowner in Bowdoin was in need of some form of moisture control in their crawlspace. Moisture was getting in and causing all sorts of problems. From pools of water gathering on the floor to mold growing on the wood. This was a serious issue for the homeowner, and needed to be prevented as soon as possible. This is when the homeowner contacted TC Hafford Basement Systems. We had a crew out there in no time to help solve the problem. The floor, walls, and supports of the crawlspace were all covered with CleanSpace Liner. This is a thin film that locks out any moisture trying to make its way into the crawlspace through the floor or walls. Maintaining a dry atmosphere in the crawlspace for the future!

A couple in Brunswick was experiencing issues with water coming in through the walls of their basement. They had no way of efficiently removing this water from their basement, and were seeking professional help. They soon heard about TC Hafford Basement Systems from a previously satisfied customer, and called us right away! We had a representative inspect the basement, giving them their free estimate, and then we got to work on the basement! We began by digging a trench around the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This allowed us to lay down our WaterGuard system, which was then covered over with loose rocks and cement. This hides the WaterGuard without hindering functionality. This special pipe system captures the water as it enters the basement, carrying it to the sump we dug in the basement. We then installed a SuperSump sump pump, which will take the collected water from the WaterGuard and push it up and out of the basement through a PVC discharge line. Finally, we attached an UltraSump backup battery to the SuperSump. This will keep the SuperSump powered, even if the power in the home is out, due to inclement weather, or any other reason. Now this couple has a dry basement, which will keep itself dry in any weather!

Susan from Readfield was experiencing difficulty with her semi-finished basement. Even though she possessed a sump, the water leaking in through the back of the basement was still causing the floor to become wet. In order to finish her basement, a wet floor needed to become a thing of the past. Susan called TC Hafford Basement Systems the next day to get the dry basement she needed. To keep the water out of the basement, the sump needed to be upgraded from a drain to a pump, so we installed a SuperSump sump pump in the old sump. The SuperSump is able to move 2,650 gallons of water per hour out of a basement. This should be more than enough to maintain a dry floor for Susan. To keep the SuperSump functional during any weather, we attached an UltraSump backup battery to the SuperSump to keep it operating even if the power goes out. Finally, on the exterior of the home, attached to the discharge line coming from the sump, we installed an IceGuard piece to maintain a steady flow of water. The IceGuard will continue to let water out of the pipe, even if the lower end is blocked by ice or other debris. Now Susan can finish her basement without needing to worry about water gathering on her basement floor.

A homeowner living in Readfield, ME had a problem growing beneath their home. WIthout a vapor barrier to keep moisture out of their crawlspace, mold was beginning to grow in the space. To see what they could have done about this problem, the homeowner searched online for crawlspace waterproofing and found us at TC Hafford. They called us to set up their free estimate and we got to work! When our installation crew arrived at the home, they began work on the space right away by laying a Drainage Matting across the floor of the space. This mat has holes throughout it to allow any moisture build-up within the barrier to flow out through the ground below. Next, the space was encapsulated with a CleanSpace liner. Completing the vapor barrier, this CleanSpace liner will now stop any outside moisture before it is able to reach the interior of this crawlspace, where it would worsen any mold problems. Finally, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier was installed within the crawlspace interior. This device will take in any damp air within the space, separating the moisture from it and circulating the dried air back into the space. With their new vapor barrier in place, along-side their SaniDry dehumidifier, this homeowner should soon notice any musty smell dissipate as their mold problem subsides.

When this Readfield, ME homeowner noticed a musty smell coming from their basement, they realized the space was especially damp lately. Worried this moisture would begin to cause further problems, they searched for a solution to their problem online and soon discovered TC Hafford Basement Systems. After contacting our office staff, they soon met with our sales representative to discuss their free estimate. They soon gave us the green light to begin work on the basement. When our installation crew made it to the home, they were tasked with eliminating the moisture build up in the atmosphere of the space. To achieve this, a SaniDry Sedona was installed on the floor of the basement with a Condensate Pump installed nearby. The SaniDry, once active, will take in the damp air all around the basement. The moisture is then separated from the air and it is circulated back throughout the basement. The collected water flows through a connecting pipe to the Condensate pump. This pump then forces the water up and out of the home through a PVC discharge line. The discharge line carries the water a small distance from the home before releasing it onto the ground where it will harmlessly drain away into the ground. Now this homeowner should soon notice the musty smell fade away while the air becomes cleared of moisture. The SaniDry Sedona will keep the atmosphere below this home healthy and dry for years to come!

A homeowner in North Anson was having trouble with their dirt basement. Water would usually leak in during rain, but mold was starting to spread throughout the basement. Needing a way to deal with this mold, the homeowner searched online for an answer. They soon found TC Hafford Basement Systems and called us right away. We investigated the basement, gave them their free estimate, and then got to work! To begin, we removed a portion of the dirt floor that was uneven, and graded the floor smooth. We then dug out a sump within the basement to install our SuperSump sump pump. This pump can remove 2,650 gallons of water per hour from the space, forcing it all out through a PVC discharge line. The basement was then encapsulated with a CleanSpace Liner. This thin plastic sheet covers every surface around the basement, except for the ceiling. No more moisture will be able to enter the interior of this basement; It will all be flushed away through the sump. Finally, on the exterior of the home, we attached an IceGuard piece to the discharge line. The IceGuard is a special open pipe that will allow water to escape should the lower end of the pipe become blocked and begin to back-up. With these additions to the basement, this homeowners mold problem will be a thing of the past! Without the moisture in the air to live off of, the mold will die and disappear.

A couple of homeowners in Orrs Island were having water enter their basement though one of the corners. Normally, water wouldn’t be an issue for their basement, because they had a sump system in place to pump out any water. However, this water was collecting in puddles before reaching the sump, thus not allowing for it to be pumped out. This would leave the basement damp and smelly for days after it rained. Needing a solution, they got online and found TC Hafford Basement Systems. They contacted us soon after and we had a representative sent out to give a free estimate on the cost to fix the problem. The homeowners gave the go ahead and we got to work! To start, we dug a trench around the inside perimeter of the basement floor. This allowed us to place a WaterGuard pipe system, which was then covered in loose rocks and cemented in place. The WaterGuard system will capture water as it seeps into the basement through the floor or walls. The water is then guided to the sump within the basement for removal. Underneath a door in the basement which lead outside, we used a TrenchDrain section of pipe. This connects to the WaterGuard and any water trying to slip in under the door is caught here and follows the WaterGuard like the rest of the water. Now with their new WaterGuard system in place, this couple no longer has a damp basement after rain!